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State poised to enact surgical smoke evacuation legislation in 2026.

The hidden risks of perioperative hypoxia are more common than many surgical teams anticipate. Risk factors like moderate obesity or undiagnosed sleep apnea can go unnoticed until surgery, when they become critical red flags.

National Nurses Week (May 6th-12) is here, and it’s time to celebrate you, your colleagues and the incredible periop nursing profession!

Discover AORN's guidelines for surgical attire in the operating room. Learn how to choose appropriate clothing, head coverings, and footwear to minimize the risk of surgical site infections. This guide covers best practices for perioperative personnel, including proper attire for visitors and recommendations for cleaning personal devices.

AORN members approved two position statements during the Virtual Town Hall and Special Business meeting held February 19, 2025.

Discover AORN's guidelines for surgical attire in the operating room. Learn how to choose appropriate clothing, head coverings, and footwear to minimize the risk of surgical site infections. This guide covers best practices for perioperative personnel, including proper attire for visitors and recommendations for cleaning personal devices.

AORN's new Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) guideline provides a comprehensive, evidence-based framework for optimizing perioperative care and improving patient outcomes.

Practical strategies debunk myths about OR sustainability, offering cost-effective ways to reduce waste, improve recycling, and promote environmental stewardship.

Learn about AORN's updated patient temperature management guideline, covering hypothermia & malignant hyperthermia. Improve patient safety with effective normothermia strategies.

Check this page to see the list of Membership Daily Winners from AORN Expo 2025.

During your perioperative career, it is likely that you will encounter many situations that will challenge your surgical conscience.

Clear and thoughtful communication helps build trust, improve efficiency, and create a positive work environment. By adding context, checking for understanding, and fostering open dialogue, nurse leaders can keep their surgical teams aligned and performing at their best, even in high-pressure situations.

The Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2025 closed Tuesday as outgoing President Nakeisha Tolliver DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC, CNOR, CSSM passed the gavel to 2025-2026 President Darlene Murdock MSN, BBA, RN, CNOR, CSSM and a new Board of Directors.

During the AORN Congress: House of Delegates & Closing Ceremony on Tuesday, officials from AORN presented the Financial Report and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) report.

AORN's Second Forum drew hundreds of members Monday for two association reports and an extended open discussion.

AORN President Nakeisha Tolliver DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC, CNOR, CSSM kicked off the 2025 AORN Congress by welcoming members to Boston and opening the roll call. Following the colorful and lively introductions of each state and delegate count, members heard reports from the AORN Fellowship Program, the AORN Foundation and the Chapter Engagement Task Force.

AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2025 offers five days of education, inspiration, and connection for perioperative professionals in Boston. This daily guide highlights the key sessions, events, and networking opportunities you won’t want to miss.

Poster Presentations at AORN Expo 2025 offer an interactive way to explore cutting-edge perioperative research and clinical improvements. With over 300 topics, attendees can engage directly with authors, earn CE credits, and gain fresh insights to enhance patient care.

Discover hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools, and bold ideas shaping the future of perioperative nursing—only in the Expo Hall at AORN Expo 2025.

Explore the AORN Community at Expo 2025—your hub for perioperative nursing resources, hands-on education, career tools, networking, mentorship, advocacy, and member-exclusive experiences.